Mulligatawny

This classic curry soup originated in the 18th-century British Raj, the colonial regime of India. Mulligatawny takes its name from the Tamil miḷaku-taṇṇīr which literally translates to 'black pepper water.' Originally, the local Madras recipe on which the soup was based included only vegetables, spices, and rice, whereas later British versions added various meats, mostly veal or chicken.

Modern mulligatawny recipes tend to be even more complex, so the soup is now often made with the addition of lentils, apples, coconut milk, and sometimes even lemon juice. Eaten with a large quantity of boiled rice, this substantial meat-based soup becomes a meal in itself and is traditionally enjoyed with a dollop of tangy sour cream.